Used as a chelating agent in water treatment to bind metal ions and prevent scale and corrosion. Commonly found in detergents and cleaning formulations to enhance performance by sequestering calcium and magnesium ions. Also utilized in agriculture as part of nutrient delivery systems to improve the availability of micronutrients in soil. Shows application in pharmaceuticals as a building block for synthesizing active ingredients due to its bifunctional structure. Employed in cosmetics and personal care products for stabilization and to improve shelf life by controlling metal-induced degradation.